Graphene-based ultracapacitors give trucks a boost of acceleration

Aaron Turpen May 6, 2016 May 1, 2016 Gizmag.com / NewAtlas.com

At the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, UK, French transportation technology developer Adgero will unveil a curtainsider semi-trailer fitted with a regenerative braking system that utilizes ultracapacitors to provide a boost of acceleration. The kinetic energy recovery system (KERS) is designed to provide a 25 percent cut in fuel usage and carbon emissions.

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